Essel’s Pov “Hello?” I answered my phone with a bright tone. “Hey, it’s Charlie.” “CHARLES! What are you up to?” Charlie let out a sigh. “Essel, you really need to stop calling me that.” I responded with an exaggerated evil laugh. “NEVER!” “Alright then, do you want to watch a movie tonight?” Having finished my homework and tidied my room, I glanced at the clock on the wall…perfect timing, I could definitely make it. Oh wait. What about Ella? I promised her I’d help them get together… And I was determined to follow through. I think… “Yeah, sounds good! Just the two of us?” Please say no, please say no… “Like always. Why? Is there an issue?” No, but would it be alright if Ella joined us? I need to think of a reason... “She’s been asking me a lot to hang out, but I’ve been swamp

